Horsham Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Horsham’s crime rate stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the built-up area 16.9% below the UK average. This relatively low rate reflects a combination of local characteristics and seasonal factors, with property crimes dominating the crime picture. Of the 334 total crimes reported, property-related offences accounted for 37% (124 incidents), while violent crimes made up 29% (97 incidents). This imbalance suggests a focus on property protection, possibly driven by Horsham’s mix of residential and commercial areas, which may attract opportunistic theft. The spring season, marked by Easter and increased outdoor activity, likely influenced patterns, with shoplifting rates at 1.1 per 1,000—67% above the UK average. This could be linked to the area’s retail presence and foot traffic during holiday periods. Violent crime, however, remained lower than the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 1.9 per 1,000, 27% below national rates. This may be attributed to Horsham’s relatively stable community environment and lower population density compared to major urban centres. The data also highlights the importance of seasonal context: while April’s warmer weather and increased outdoor activity could contribute to higher property crime, the overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, indicating effective local policing or community initiatives. The interplay between these factors—retail dynamics, seasonal activity, and demographic stability—likely explains the area’s crime profile, which continues to be shaped by its unique character as a built-up area within a larger town.

April 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary and robbery both doubling compared to March, reflecting a 100% increase in each category. This rise contrasts with steep declines in other areas, such as possession of weapons (down 75%) and bicycle theft (down 50%). The balance between property and violent crime remained skewed toward property offences, which accounted for 37% of total crimes compared to 29% for violent crimes. This divergence may indicate a combination of local factors, including seasonal activity and retail dynamics, that drive shoplifting rates significantly above the UK average (67% higher). Meanwhile, violent crime rates in Horsham were 27% below the national average, a trend consistent with the area’s lower prevalence of violence and sexual offences. For residents, the sharp increase in burglary is a critical data point, suggesting the need for heightened vigilance in securing homes during the Easter period and spring months.

Horsham’s crime rate in April 2025 dropped slightly to 6.4 per 1,000 residents, a 3.7% decrease from the previous month’s 6.7 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with the area’s broader pattern of relative safety compared to the UK average. On a daily basis, the built-up area recorded roughly 11 crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with local patterns, remains lower than the UK average when scaled to population. Over the course of the month, 1 crime was reported for every 156 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a manageable level of risk for most households. Considering Horsham’s population of 51,957, this translates to a relatively low probability of experiencing crime, though localized spikes in specific categories, such as shoplifting, warrant attention. The comparison to the UK average underscores the area’s effectiveness in managing crime, though variations in local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—likely play a role in this outcome.